. >>> president obama expressed his gratitude for the men and women serving our country and thanked those for who helped others here at home. >> we give thanks to those making thunited states a better thanksgiving -- making the united states a better nation. that generosity is a central part of our american character. >> several were angry he didn't mention god in his remarks. >> because of the bravery of our troops and their willingness to endure hardships we are able to be at home with our families. >> he delivered the republican thanksgiving address focusing on gratitude for the military. >>> troops in afghanistan are celebrating in the middle of a war zone. they had a chance to have a taste of home with all the tixings. 47 -- fixings. 47,000 troops are in afghanistan but many will go home soon. >>> a walk on the beach or the red woods are many ways people started this thanksgiving day. many thankful for their county, their health and their family. >> brian: sunshine dripped through the trees providing a reflection on a day many do just that. >> we are thankful for family, health, to w